641—202.10 (135) Status reports to affected persons. Affected persons are entitled to status reports from the department while a formal application review is in progress pursuant to Iowa Code section 135.68. The department shall maintain a log of all requests for written status reports by affected persons. Affected persons who request written status reports must submit their name and address in a written request (by letter, fax, or E-mail) to the department, identifying the specific information requested, which may include notification of the council’s final decision, any application for rehearing, or the filing of a petition for judicial review. The formal process does not preclude informal contacts with department staff for verbal status reports. Copies of the council’s final decision, an application for rehearing, a petition for judicial review, or any other public record will be provided upon request and payment of the department’s per page fee for copies as described in 641 IAC 175.3(7).